Pittston Gazette

              itmt ' 4 - ■ l # ? ■ t L .**v r K 53d YEAR. I WEEKLY ESTABLISHED I860. 1 DAILY EST. bt THEO. HART 1882. STON, PA., TUESDAY, OCTOB R 28, 1902. TWO CENTS A COPY. j FORTY CENTS A MONTH, f 0 PAGES NEW GOVERNOR IN PHILIPPINES COLOMBIA'S OFFER.! ARBITRATION BOARD'S WORK and unanimously decided not to accept the train. The exchange of views which followed brought out the fact that the commissioners expect personally to pay all of their expenses, accepting no favors and relying on the government to reimburse them if so disposed. NEW HEAD Remarkable Values. h:: f [: {• Reaponae to Oar l»ropo»ltlon For m Canal Treaty Received, OF ARMY Consider | Quality 1 Such values ;is thoso only sorvo as an indication of what wo do for our customers. Washington, Oct. 28.—The long expected response of the Colombian government to the proposition made by the Btnte department for the negotiation of g canal treaty on the lines of the Spooner act has reached Washington and was presented to the state department by Mr. Herrau, the secretary of the Colombian legation. Newspaper Man to Govern Maps Out Plans For Its 8. B. M. Young Will Succeed Ladle*' Underwear Ladies Fleece Lin«d Underwear, regular 50c value, for Isabela Province. future Work. OPERATED ON HIMSELF. Nelson A. Miles. 39 Cents a Suit i . Burgeon Stood Before Mirror and Cat New York, Oct. 128.—"It was easy to me," sakl Andrew Murray, a Brooklyn horse doctor, as he described how he had cut a growth declared to be cancerous'off his tongue after well known physicians had told lilm that he must submit to a skilled operation or die. The remarkable operation was performed by Mr. Murray In his own office.Cancer From His Tonitue- and you will find our prices cheaper than any other store in town. We stand ready to prove this to you. Are you willing to be convinced ? Ladles' Flannelette Dressing Sacques, well made and nicely trimmed, a nice assortment of patterns, Dressing Sacques ??. %■- WM. DINWIDDIE NAMED. It Is difficult to learn the exact unflcrstnndlng of the nature of tills communication, but it is known that It is not altogether an unqualified acceptance of the state department's proposition. It is, however, friendly and dignified In tone and docs not close the negotiations by any means, though It unquestionably sets back the date of final agreement by opening up new topics for argument. DECIDES TO VISIT MINES. ANNOUNCED BY CORBIN. 49 Cents Each Went to the Philippine! in 1898 as a Will Also Investigate Homes of Em- Woman's Home Correspondent and Remained ployes — Operators Will Submit Change Will Not Take Place Until 18 cent quality Woman's Black Wool Hose Throughout the Revolution, Accom- Next June—Adjutant General Pub- For 10 Cents a Pair 4 m panying Important Expeditions. Statements of Pay Rolls—Won't lishes the News Now Because of /Men's Shirts Washington, Oct. 28.—Word was received here today announcing that the Philippine commission had appointed William Dinwiddle, an American newspaper man, to be governor of Isabel Providence. Mr. DinwUUlie went to the PhttippineB in 1898 as a correspondent of the New York Herald and a number of magazines. He participated in all the Important expeditions of t.ne American troops against insurgents, remaining on the islands until the insurrection was practically quelled. Use Special Train. With a veterinary surgeon's knife In hand, he stood up before a mirror and, pulling out Ills tongue, cut into the uuderpart and side of it, where the growth protruded. His tongue showed the marks of the ecu knife, and the growth seemed rei jved. Mr. Murray declared that he l ver felt better in his life. Men's Heavy Jersey Working Shirts, fleece lined, light or dark. Great Value for 45c Washington, Oct. 28.—The antlirnclte coal strike commission lias held its first conference with the parties to the controversy iu the anthracite regions. There was a full representation of both operators and miners, and members of the press and a number of other Interested parties were present. The meeting was held In the hearing room of the Interstate commerce commission. Tli|e proceedings covered about two hours' time mid were given up entirely to a discussion of the time and method of proceeding with the proposed Investigation. Certain Rumors, The Colombian government now Is entirely dlssatlslled with the small amount of the payment to be made to It by the United States under the terms of the protocol, which It is proposed to use as the basis of the treaty. This sum Is $7,000,000. Colombia wants at least $10,000,000. Moreover, the original proposal looked to a wait for fourteen years before beginning the payment of annual rental, the amount of which was to be then fixed by mutual agreement. Colombia now asks the United States to agree at once to a lump yearly payment of $000,000, which will considerably Increase the Immediate cost of the enterprise. Washington, Oct. 28.—Adjutant General Corbln has made the official announcement that Major General S. H. M. Young will succeed Lieutenant General Miles on the latter's retirement In August next. General Corbln sald'that he had asked to be allowed to make public this decision, which had been reached by President Itoosevelt some time ago, because of an effort on the part of a local newspaper to create the Impression that hostility existed between himself and General Young. "As a matter of fact." said General Brennan & Roberts I Wrappers Women's Flannelette Wrappers. They are handsomely made, have braid trimmed waists, and skirts have iecp flounce, regular price one dollar. Corner Main and Thomas 8ts. Next to Eagle Hotel. Reduced to 75 Cents Mr. Murray consulted Dr. A. Warner Sliepard of Wllioughby street, Brooklyn, and was advised to immediately consult a specialist, as he had cancer In pronounced form. Night Gowns p f-v* -C ? -i {• -4, Ladies' Muslin Nifrht Gowns, hemstitched yoke and cambric rnffle, Special Price 39c Each Subsequently Mr. Murray consulted Dr. George R. Fowler, the well known surgeon. He told Mr. Murray tliut he must submit to nn operation or succumb within eight months. To have the operation performed Dr. Fowler asked him to call on Tuesday of last week at the Brooklyn hospital. It was contemplated to remove a gland from Murray's neck and to cut his tongue. VISIT * CAU8E FOR THANKSGIVING. Williams & McAnulty Children's Coata ChiMron's Winter Coats, heavy material, all colors, recnlar value $1.50, Forthcoming Thanksgiving Proclama- tion Will be Very Enthusiastic. During the progress of the meeting Mr. Mitchell, as the representative of the miners, presented a copy of the original declaration of the miners as formulated by the Shamokln twnvention as the basis of the demands of the miners. This demand Is, first, for an Increase of 20 per cent In wages of those not engaged by the day; Becond, a reduction of 20 per cent in working hours of those engaged by the day; third, the payment for coal mined by weight at a minimum rate of GO cents per ton of 2,240 pounds; fourth, a wage agrC*D- went between the operators uud the miners for an adjustment of wages. For a Fine Display of Carpets and Wall Papers. Special Price Each 98o Washington, Oct. 28. — President Roosevelt will Issue his annual Thanksgiving Day proclamation two or three days after election. It will be one of the most enthusiastic documents of the kind ever given out at the White House. The settlement of the coal strike will be given a special paragraph by itself, the general prosperity of the country will be noted, tho practical cessation of hostilities In the Philippines dwelt upon and the fact that we are at peace with all the world emphasized. The Colombian government clings to Its contention that it lias no constitutional authority to alienate any Colombian territory and reiterates that the best It can do to meet the language of the Spooner act, which looks to perpetual control by the United States over the canal strip. Is to make a 100 year lease, with a distinct stipulation that the same sluill be renewable by the United States at the expiration ot the first century. D People's Store, Also dispenser of Paints and Oils. 15 South Main St., Pittston, Itather than take his chanccB on the operating tHble under ether Murray resolved to operate on himself. Window Shades Made to Order. 60 NORTH MAIN. BOTH PHONES ALWAYS THE CHEAPEST. Whether Mr. Murray has actually removed ull of the growth Is a matter for medical men to subsequently determine.HUNTING The Climax of TO SUBDUE A SULTAN. THE MOUNEUX TRIAL. For Better Prices—Looking For BETTER GOODS * * NEW ELECTRIC DEVICE Probability Tlint It Will End Tills Mr. Baer, on the part of the coal operators, took exception to Mr. Mitchell's appearance before the commission as a representative of the mine workers' union, but said that he had no objection to Ills presence as a representative of the strikers as such In their individual capacity. The commission made no attempt to settle the controversy, but It was apparent that the recognition of the" miners' union will be un Important and knotty problem for the arbitrators. Baer Object* to Mitchell, The Expedition Aaaliiat Bacolod Will Start Early In November. New York, Oct. 28.—If the jurors now empaneled In the criminal part of the supreme court convict Uoland B. Mollncux of the murder of Mrs. Katherlne .1. Adams they must base their verdict upon the evidence that has already been submitted. They have already beard the leading circumstances that connect the young man with the commission of the crime, and experts in handwriting have pointed out to them a score of characteristics of Mol- Ineux's admitted hand which are repeated In the address on the poison package and on the "Barnet" and "Cornish" series of letters which are substantially facsimiles. Week. Manila, Oct. 28.—It Is expected that the expedition against the sultan of Hacolod' will leave Camp Vicars, Mindanao, about Nov. 5. It will consist of detachments of artillery, infantry, cavalry and engineers nnd friendly natives.Batteries Can be Charged at One-tenth the Present Cost. Selling! The search need not be a long one. Both are always to be fonnd at our store. Madison, Wis, Oct. 28.—A device for economically charging electric batteries for automobiles and other motors has been discovered by Professor C. P. Burgess and Carl Hambucheren, of the Wisconsin University's College of Engineering. The apparatus is called an electrolytic rectifier, and consists of aluminum and Iron plates, placed in a bath fused with sodium of nitrate. GENERAL YOUNG. A sale that offers M you the most ele- Ql fti Kant Shirt Waists for less than their 'v 1 /• \ A J t? Corbin, "General Young is the best friend I have in the army. I have known him for thirty S'ears, and no 'one Is more pleased at his promotion than I." Potatoes, per bu  New buckwheat flour 25 lb. sack  Maple syrup *Kj .... Maple syrup 1?jS5t  Maple sugar, 2 lbs  Cranberries, perqt... Bloaters, fine stock, per doz  jr A report Is current that the sultan of Caraca, whose stronghold Is to tlie. north of Lake Lanao, Is preparing to resist the Americans. He Is strength-' enlng his forts. cost. .75 .48 .25 .25 .10 M ffc Extraordinary barfl || A gains, everyone of ■(P !■ them. We need the room. We must get rid of these goods,, even at less than the wholesale cost of the material in them. Preceding the discussion over opening the books to the experts, Mr. Baer said the operators would be prepared to meet the miners in the region and to assist In giving all information. Many ot the ludlvlduul operators are not represented, and they were not consulted and were not compromised by the letter he had written. Hostile Moros arc again blocking the trail to the Maclu forts which were recently destroyed by Captain Pershing of the Fifteenth cavalry. This condition is not serious, as the hostlles can bedisporbsd easily. Lieutenant General Miles will serve until he retires by reason of age on Aug. 8, 1003. Major General Young will then become lieutenant general, but will hold that office only about tlve months, us he will retire on Jan. 0, 1004. General Young has Just returned from Europe with Generals Corbin nnd Wood. He represented the United States at the German military maneuvers and will resume his duties as the president of the War college In Washington.f' " Courtney to Coach Harvard Rowers. Boston, Mass., Oct. 28.—Harvard has engaged Courtney, the famous Cornell coach, to follow the work of the crimson oarBmen on the Charles xlver. Courtney 1b expected at Cambridge Immediately. He will devote his entire attention to the oarsmen, with a view to aiding in the selection of the 'Varsity eight for next June. Courtney has no idea of leaving Cornell..30 There remain a few witnesses to elucidate minor points, and then an imposing nrrny of experts, but the testimony of each one will be brief, and Assistant District Attorney James W. Osborne hopes to be able to close the ease for the people today. The elimination of nil evidence relating to the death of Henry C. Bnrnet has kept the name of Mrs. Blanche Chescbrougli Mollneux wholly out of the case thus far, and she cannot be mentioned unless her husband takes the stand In his »\vn defense. The Cntholle Cliurch of tho Philippines was Inaugurated here yesterday. Mass was celebrated, and "Bishop" Agllpay, the leader of the' movement, delivered an nddress, In which he denounced allegiance to the papal authorities. He said the new church would maintain practically all the religious forms of the Roman Catholic church. Agulnaldo has been named as a lay official of the church of the Philippines. He did not attend the Inaugural ceremony on account of Illness, but sent a letter approving the movement. Call anil see our Honesdale Flannels, the old reliable. None better. They come in white and colors, of a pretty make and good material. It's worth going a mile out of your way to get a bargain like this. Judge Gray suggested that they could be represented. At the meeting next Monday thejL would determine which of the companies could be taken up first, and the place of meeting could be determined by the location of the coal company taken up. m SHOE DEPARTMENT. General Vunuit'a Career. Our winter supply of rubber boots and shoes have arrived, also the latest in winter shoes. Bo sure and call and we are sure to suit you. General Young was born Jan. 0, 1840, In Pittsburg. At the outbreak of the civil war he enlisted in the Twelfth Pennsylvania volunteers, serving as a private from April to August, 1801, when he was made a captain iu the Fourth Pennsylvania cavalry. He was successively major, lieutenant colonel und colonel of this command. He took purt In nearly all the cavalry operations of the Army of the Potomac. He was four times wounded, and before he was mustered out In July, 1805, he was made a brevet brigadier general for "gallant und meritorious service during the cumpaigu terminating with the surrender of the insurgent army under General H. E. Lee." $2.50 Waists $1.75 Waists $1.50 Waists $1.25 Waists $1.00 Waists 49° Coal Output Increasing at Shamokin, Mr. Baer made a point of saying that the case of each coal company would be dealt with separately. He would contend for the sliding scale In the regulation of wages. Shamokin, Oct. 28.—Reports in tiiis district show th»t. everything is quiet in the field. The dally output of coal is increasing. It is feared the withdrawal of the troops and a large number of deputies will cause fresh demonstrations by the unionists against nonunionists.Evans Bros. While former Governor Frank S. Black and his associates have not fully determined uiDon their plan of action, It seems likely that they will go to the Jury without calling any witnesses, assuming" that all twelve men In the Jury box cannot have been convinced of Mollncux's guilt beyond n reasonable doubt. If they abide by this decision, the case will go to the Jury this week, and Mollneux will quickly know his fate. "I shall urge the adoption of that profit sharing plan," he said, "which gave us peace formerly lu our relation to our employees." THE INDIANAPOLIS GHOULS. Dry Goods Store Five PhyalclanM and Six Negroem Ar- raigned In Court, 46 South Main Street, Plttston, Pa. Mr. Thomus of the Hillside Iron and I'oul and the Pennsylvania Coal company said he noticed that the word "arbitration" had been applied to the commission's work, while he wanted It considered as an Investigation. Indianapolis, Oct. 28.—As the result of the investigation by the grand Jury of the wholesale robbery of graves In cemeteries about Indiunapolis four indicted physicians gave bonds In the sheriff's office for their appearance for tliul, six negroes were arraigned in court and entered pleas of not guilty and the case of Dr. J. C. Alexander was set for trial Nov. 1. For a Thomas Jefferson Memorial. Washington, Oct. 28.—Admiral Dewey has accepted the presidency of the Thomas Jefferson Memorial association and will, in a few days, select vice presidents for the organization from each State and Territory in the Union. For WEDDINGS CIaimac* » For FUNERALS riUWCrS I w B U S S BEAUTY, GRACE and STYLE Union Club Pure Old Rye Whiskey Guaranteed. Leading brand In the valley. S. J. FREEMAN. Both phones. Mr. Thoinaa' Contention. In 1800 he entered the regular army as a second lieutenant of Infantry, but soon found Ills way to the cavalry service, where he made a record In Indian lighting on the frontier und becume a colonel by successive promotion* in 1807. When the War with Spain broke out, he was made a brigadier general of volunteers and commanded the troops in the battle with the Spaniards at I.as Guasimas, Cuba, for gallantry in which he was made u major general of volunteers. He saw service iu northern Luzon In 181)1) and 1000, and on his return he was placed In comuiund of the department of California until he was made president of the War college. He was made a brigadier general In the regular army on Jan. 2, 1000, and a major general, U. S. A., Feb. 2, 11101. Just what you want in floral decorations on short notice. Wo can do much for you at a reasonable price. _ (new phone) 4 J-B-MRPEHTER, exeter st. exeter boro Judge Gray suhd the president's instruetlon settled that as an arbitration. Premier Sagasta to Retire, Mr. Thomas also urged that the conditions in each of the mining companies were different and could only be considered separately. He thought more progress could be made by a physical examination of the coal region. He thought that as many of the Interests Involved In the controversy were represented lu New York some of the hearings should be held In that city. Madrid, Oct. 28.—Your correspondent is assured that Premier Sagasta will retire from politics in November on account of ill health. Minister of the Interior Moret is likely to succeed to the premiership. FINANCIAL AND COMMERCIAL. Dr. Joseph Alexander, demonstrator of the Centrul College of Physicians and Surgeons, gave bond In the .sum of $3,000 and was released. Dr. William F. Molt, demonstrator of the Pliysloinedlcal college, was releused oil $1,000 bonds. Dr. Frank M. Wright, secretary and treusurer of the Eclectic Medlcul college, gave bonds In the sum of $2,- 000. Dr. John C. Wilson, an Interne at the Central college, gave bonds In the sum of $1,000. are the essential features of TAILORING and are always embodied in the Built-to-Order Garments of New York Stock Markets furnished by Halght & Freese, stock brokers, Miners' Bank Building. « MAGNET New York, Oct. 28, 1902, BUSS, $100,000,000 Added to the Circulation, Washington. Oct. 28.—In its efforts to relieve the money market, the Treasury Department has, during the past five weeks, put into circulation nearly $100,000,000 of government Sugar  Atchison .... Atchison, pref. Open Clas. 121 87% 100 The City 87 % 122% The suggestion that both sides appoint experts to examine the books of the companies wus luude by Judge Gray, the chairman of the commission. He said it would he a good plan for the opposing Interests in the case to agree, that tabulated statements relative to existing rates of wages In different localities of the mining region be taken from the books of the operators by two expert accountants, one to be named by each party, such accountants to be employees of the commission. Sir. Baer, ufter expressing his disinclination to accept this suggestion, said that his company would submit their pay rolls under oath of their accountant. He said they now had seventy clerks who are working day and night lu compiling data lor the com mission. The busy store, because the greatest values are to be found here. Tailor, Copper  Car & Foundry .. Brooklyn Traction 11. & o;  04% 35% 35% 62 CS, Miners In a Fatal now Children's heavy ribbed fleece lined vests and pants, worth dou- money WASHINGTON, I'a., Oct. 28,-As the result of a quarrel over money matters near Finleyville Charles Clifford. aged thirty, Is dead, with Ills head beaten to a jelly, and John Jarrett of Valletta Is fatally injured, being shot through the breaBt. Johu Jasper Banks, colored, Is under arrest, charged with the crime, and William Byassee. white, Is also held as a witness. The men were all miners and were out hunting. They had all been drinking freely. A dispute arose over money matters, and a tight ensued, with the above result. Fall Clothes ble, here for .' 5c Men's ribbed fleece lined shirts and drawers, a garment 25c Pittsburg Glass Workers Secure Raise. Ches. & Ohio C„ M. & St. P. C., R. 1. & P. . Col. F. & I . Erie  106% 50 ar3 arriving. A big variety of  ready on band. Come in and make yonr choice early. ' Pittsburg, Oct. 28—The strike among the laborers of the South Side glass houses ended this morning. All of the plants conceded the demand for a 10 per cent, increase and the men returned to work. 189% 198% 90% 39% 189 % 198% 89% Men's heavy fleece lined shirts and drawers, worth 50c, hero. 37c k i New York, Oct. 28.—Julia Marlowe, the actress, is seriously 111 at the Hotel Netherland. and her manager, Charles B. Dillingham, says she will not be •ble to play for two weeks at least. Julia Marlowe Serioonly 111. Children's eiderdown caps, nicely trimmed, only 10c Ladies' fancy belts 10c Erie, pref .... Louis. & Nash. . Manhattan El. . Mo. Pacific Col. Southern Mexican Central Canadian Pacific Rep. StCcl .... 68 136 134 109% 32'/, 25% 134% 99 Main Street, Opposite Water St. Pitts ton. Ping Pong Belts, from 25c Madrid. Oct. 28.—Part of the garri son of Valentla mutinied today and cheered loudly for a republic. The offenders were arrested and flogged. 8panish Soldiers Flogged. 1 lot children's school handkerchiefs, worth 5c, here for lc Ladies' fast black hoso, - worth 10c, special price 5c Opaque window shades, the 25c kind, for 19c ~£\.yr over 30 years* Dr. RICHTER'S World-Renowned T. A. DURKIN. C* Norfolk & Wes'ern N. Y„ O. & W  N. Y. Central  Pennsylvania .... Heading  Reading, pref. ... Southern Ry  Southern Ry., prel Southern Pacific Tenn. C. & I. Texas Pacific .. U. S. Leather . V„ B: Steel  U. S. Steel, pref Western Union Wabash, pref Wabash, com. Union Pacific Union Pacific Alton Kt 74% 33 155% 162% 67% After considerable controversy between tlie members of the commission and the miners and mine representatives Judge Gray modiUed his suggestion, tills time presenting it in the shape of n proposition that only one expert accountant be appointed, who should analyze the statement made by both sides to the controversy and verify the facts for the consideration of the commission. Mr. Buer promptly accepted this suggv4tlon, and Mr. Mitchell followed suit after a brief explanation on his part. Strike of Snapper* Ended. Berlin, Oct. 28.—It is announced that neither Field Marsshal Waldersee nor JPrlnee Henry will visit the St. Louis exposition. Will Not Visit St. Louis. Pittsburg, Oct. 28.—The strike of the snappers at the Arnold works of the American Window Glass company has been ended. The men had repudiated the wage settlement made by their organization and demanded an increase, which was refused. After an Idleness of about a week the strikers returned to work at the rate of wages beln£ paid In other factories. About a thousand men were out on strike. "Anchor" Pain Expeller Best Patent Flour $4.25 20 lbs Granulated Sugar 1.00 Rag carpet, close and heavy, worth one-half more, special. . l!)c 163 H 67'4 7S*h 1.00 ..85 Bran and Middlings.... 1.35 Com, Cr. CCjrn, Clioi) and 21 lbs A Sugar Hay  Feather Pillows, lbs, worth 75c, here for 45c 10-4 cotton blankets, white and gray, only 45c Boys' black and white strijD«l shirts, only 19c . 1 lot ladies' wrappers, well made and nice colors ......45b New President of Albright College. has proven to be the B—t there to for Reading, Pa.. Oct. 28.—Rev. J. D. Woodrlng, D. D., was today installed president of the Albright College, at Myerstown. RfKumatisra, Meal . Gilt Edge Creamery and 1.45 Dairy Butter. Strictly Fresh Eggs. Chase Cfc Sanborn's Best Blend Coffee, 35c lb, 3 lbs Sl.00 Chase & Sanborn's Teas from 30c to 70c per pound. Gout, Neuralgia,(tc. v VAt.lOUS Rheumatic Complaints. Small Po* [n M assachusetts. After consulting the members uf the commission President Gray announced that it would begin its inspection next Thursday, commencing its work In District.Xo. 1, In which the city of Scrunton Is located. nellltloas Panatlclau la Rnaata. Ladies' walking skirts, of gray melton cloth, Hare bottom, worth $3, special price $1.50 "Webster, Mas,*., Oct. 28.—There are nine cases of small pox in this city and six In Dudley. London, Oct. 28.—In a dispatch from St. Petersburg the correspondent of the Times says that such a feeling of fanatical veneration Is growing up among the Russian peasantry for Father John of Kronstadt that he lias been compelled frequently to protest aud interfere In movements to establish sects to CL?ifv l»im Only 25c. and 50c. at all druggists or through The Magnet THE WEATHER, 103% Fr I*- Richter & Co. 215 Pearl Street, pref. 91% 36 D4 29% 60 The commissioners also took up the question which had been raised by the oroffer of u special train by Mr. Baer Special Inducements to Cash Purchasers ' Washington Oct. 28.—Fair and coldf er tonight; Wednesday, fair. • New York. 37 S. Main St., Pittston. Kt., pref.